Can EU plugs be used in NZ?
Modern appliances have been designed for use from 110-240 volts, so you should be OK as long as it’s not a 1980s electric razor you’re bringing! If you bring appliances to New Zealand from the UK or Australia then yes, you can use them at New Zealand voltage (as long as you have an adaptor for the plug).
What kind of adapter do I need for New Zealand?
Comparison of electrical adapters for New Zealand
| Type I Power Plug Adapter | Voltage Converter | |
|---|---|---|
| Types of plug included | I | B |
| Compatible number of countries (A) | 20+ | 230+ |
| Fits in a Type I New Zealand power outlet | Yes | • |
| Additional Type I plug adapter required to fit in a New Zealand power outlet | • | Yes |
Is UK plug same as New Zealand?
You can use your electric appliances in the United Kingdom, because the standard voltage (230 V) is the same as in New Zealand. So you don’t need a voltage converter in the United Kingdom, when living in New Zealand.
What country has the same plugs as NZ?
Travelling to nearby countries is easy, as places like Australia and Fiji use the same plug type (I) as New Zealand. That means that if your electronics work in your home sockets, they’ll work in these countries too. This plug can come with two or three pins and carries 220-240 volts.
Can you use UK electrical appliances in New Zealand?
The UK and New Zealand Electrical Systems New Zealand, like the UK, uses 230 voltage and most appliances you bought in the UK will work without problems in New Zealand, with very few exceptions.
Do I need a voltage converter in NZ?
This means that you will not need a converter or transformer but just a travel adaptor, because New Zealand operates on a 230V supply voltage, which is within the 110-240V range that the dual voltage appliance operates on.
What do New Zealand plugs look like?
The power plugs have two flat pins in a V-shape with a grounding pin. (looks like a sad face) So thats three flat pins — one of which is an earthing pin (this is simply a safety measure). Some power plugs do not have the earthing pin but they will still fit into the power outlets.
What do NZ plugs look like?
Do I need power converter for New Zealand?
In New Zealand the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You cannot use your electric appliances in New Zealand without a voltage converter, because the standard voltage in New Zealand (230 V) is higher than in the United States of America (120 V).